HONDA enthusiasts have been handed some much-welcomed news with the Japanese brand rolling out a new plan for some of its modern classic cars.
Fans of the car maker are set to benefit from a brand new initiative that aims to support the maintenance and restoration of its classic vehicles – particularly the first-generation NSX.
Honda unveils a new restoration program for the iconic NSX and other classics[/caption]
Modern classic fans rejoice as Honda announces plans to restore legendary cars[/caption]
In Japan, Honda has been running the “NSX Refresh Plan” since 1993.
This has seen factory specialists restore early NSX models – the iconic, V6-powered supercar of the 1990s inspired by the F-16 fighter jet cockpit and boasted design input from none other than the late Formula One World Champion Ayrton Senna.
However, this program is now set to be replaced with a new strategy that plans to address the decreasing availability of original parts for these cars, according to Bloomberg.
To be known as the “Genuine Compatible Parts” program, courtesy of a rough translation, it will see not only strictly OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts, but ones designed to meet high standards.
To be created using a mix of approved suppliers, 3D printing and remanufacturing old parts, Honda will also offer restoration services in Japan.
This will allow NSX owners to have their modern classic cars – still hugely loved among gearheads – refurbished by Honda specialists.
This program will first launch in Japan in the spring – with global details like pricing to follow.
Currently, the focus is on the NSX, but Honda has hinted at expanding this service to other sports cars.
This includes the Type R models, the S2000 and potentially the Honda Beat.
The initiative highlights the growing potential of 3D printing and innovative manufacturing techniques in preserving aging classic cars.
The NSX, which ran from 1991 until 2006, before it was reinvented for a second-generation model built between 2017 and 2023, was originally designed to ambitiously take on Ferrari.
Indeed, Honda’s vision was to meet or exceed the performance of the then V8 engine Ferrari range.
Such was the model’s success that it influenced Ferrari, motivating the famous Italian brand to improve its own models in terms of reliability, comfort and ease of driving.
The NSX’s influence extended beyond Ferrari, as McLaren‘s legendary F1 designer, Gordon Murray, was reportedly heavily inspired by the NSX – particularly its handling, steering and everyday usability.
ALL CHANGE
In other news, Honda recently announced it is dropping a popular car feature for good, and drivers were left furious over the “annoying” update.
Car owners fumed over the eye-rolling change that’s set to come into effect in just weeks.
On May 29, Honda announced it would be discontinuing a popular subscription-based service for its Acura models known as AcuraLink – which allows drivers to interact with vehicles remotely using their phones.
What are the current Honda models?
Honda vehicles are sold through more than 1,000 independent U.S. Honda dealers
SUVs and Crossovers: 2025 HR-V; 2025 CR-V; 2025 CR-V Hybrid; 2025 Pilot; 2025 Passport; 2024 Prologue; 2025 CR-V FCEV
Sedans: 2025 Civic Sedan; 2025 Accord Sedan; 2025 Civic Sedan Hybrid; 2025 Civic Si Sedan; 2025 Accord Hybrid
Hatchbacks: 2025 Civic Hatchback; 2025 Civic Hatchback Hybrid; 2025 Civic Type R
Minivan and Truck: 2025 Ridgeline; 2025 Odyssey
Electrified: 2025 Civic Sedan Hybrid; 2025 Civic Hatchback Hybrid; 2025 Accord Hybrid; 2025 CR-V Hybrid; 2024 Prologue; 2025 CR-V e:FCEV
Previous year models: 2024 Civic Hatchback; 2024 Accord Sedan; 2024 Accord Hybrid; 2024 Ridgeline; 2024 Civic Type R
